teratogenicity

Physicians can also discuss the potential harm that marijuana use may cause to adolescents during a period of rapid change in hormonal secretion, possible teratogenicity and the known consequences of long-term use.

Because of theoretic concerns regarding possible teratogenicity associated with drug exposures during the first trimester, providers may choose to withhold prophylaxis during the first trimester.

Women of childbearing age should be treated with prophylactics with caution because of the teratogenicity of most of the drugs used for this purpose.